The Train to Nowhere
"THE TRAIN TO NOWHERE - The fight for Ottawa's South LRT"
Released in January 2026. The Train to Nowhere is a documentary film. directed by Gio Petti. At just 46 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Gio Petti, Alex Cullen, and Alex Munter
Synopsis
Following the success of Dude, Where's My Bus? (2024), Gio Petti's new documentary The Train to Nowhere shifts focus from buses to rail, centring on the Line 2 expansion of Ottawa’s Light Rail Transit (LRT), a project that many commuters hoped would mark a turning point for transit in the city. The documentary follows Petti as he documents the circumstances surrounding the expansion, the project's transition to a hot-button political issue, and the broader impact on riders who depend on the various systems every day. It also explores themes of retaining optimism and taking charge for change in the transit system in the face of cynicism.
Quick Facts
Release Date
January 6, 2026
Released this month
Runtime
0h 46m
46 minutes total
Budget
$50
Production budget
Language
English
Original language
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
- Budget
- $50
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Train to Nowhere about?
Following the success of Dude, Where's My Bus? (2024), Gio Petti's new documentary The Train to Nowhere shifts focus from buses to rail, centring on the Line 2 expansion of Ottawa’s Light Rail Tr...
Who directed The Train to Nowhere?
The Train to Nowhere was directed by Gio Petti.
How long is The Train to Nowhere?
The Train to Nowhere has a runtime of 0 hours and 46 minutes (46 minutes total).
When was The Train to Nowhere released?
The Train to Nowhere was released on January 6, 2026 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in The Train to Nowhere?
The main cast of The Train to Nowhere includes Gio Petti, Alex Cullen, Alex Munter, Justin Trudeau, Kathleen Wynne.